First Image from Our New Telescope!
Here it is! The long anticipated first image from our new 14-inch aperture PlaneWave CDK 350 telescope!
Battle Point Observatory
Battle Point Observatory Reopens with Ceremony and Crowds
The Battle Point Observatory celebrated its Grand Reopening on the summer solstice, Saturday June 21st with a full day of tours and exploration, drawing over 300 visitors, most of them first-time guests.
BCF Grant Award, Thanks to You!
With your help, we did it! Thanks to your generous contributions, Battle Point Astronomical Association has been awarded a full+ grant amount of $13,485 from the Bainbridge Community Foundation 2025 Community Grants Cycle (CGC).
Paint Night at the Planetarium
Our first Paint Night at the Planetarium on June 28th was an aesthetic success! We turned our planetarium into an art studio where our budding artists created beautiful interpretations of the Milky Way galaxy!
And don’t worry if you missed out, we’ve got you covered!
Check Out Our New Summer Schedule for the Battle Point Observatory!
Summer Schedule for the Battle Point Observatory
Battle Point Observatory Grand Re-Opening!
Battle Point Observatory Grand Re-Opening!
After two years of rebuilding the observatory dome and shutter, and the installation of a new rooftop telescope, the Battle Point Astronomical Association (BPAA) is excited to announce a community open house on Saturday June 21st from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Bainbridge Gives Open Until June 13!
Please consider donating to Battle Point Astronomical Association through Bainbridge Gives this year!
Come Out and See Us!
Can’t make the Grand Re-Opening on June 21st? Here are other opportunities to see what we’ve been up to!
We need YOU as a Volunteer!
Battle Point Observatory has a full & FUN schedule ahead, and we can’t do it without your help! We are looking for many roles, from one-time event greeters to ongoing assistance with projects inside the Observatory.
Observatory Update Status
Peter Moseley’s update on progress of work at the Battle Point Observatory.